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Conspiracy to commit Federal Bank Fraud and Federal Embezzlement

1 year served instead of 30

Our client was accused of conspiring to commit bank fraud and embezzling
over 1 million dollars. We fought hard for our client in San Antonio and
secured a minimum sentence of 1 year when the range was up to 30 years.
Guillermo Lara Jr. was quoted by several news outlets for his commitment
to defending his clients.

DWI C/A with accident and .300 alcohol reading

Dismissed

Our office received a dismissal on this case the morning of trial. We prepared
this case for over a year, hired an expert, and analyzed all of the state's
data. We felt confident that the information presented was wrong and that
we could show the jury our side of the incident. On the day of trial,
attorney Guillermo Lara Jr. secured a dismissal.

Federal Detention Hearing on Conspiracy

Client Released

My client was accused of a large federal conspiracy and the Government
was opposed to our release. We prepared for over 40 hours and presented
several witnesses. We successfully convinced the magistrate judge to allow
for our release. This was even though our client was accused of being
the leader of a conspiracy. After the hearing, we were complimented on
our preparation and presentation. Guillermo Lara was quoted in several
new outlets on this matter.

Murder First Degree Felony Dismissed on day of Trial

Dismissed

Our office received a dismissal on a Murder case on January 23, 2017. In
this case, our client was accused of committing murder in San Antonio,
Texas. We aggressively prepared this case for trial for almost two years
and filed several motions. We consulted several experts and interviewed
multiple witnesses. While the jury sat outside the courtroom, on the day
of trial, attorney Guillermo Lara Jr. secured a dismissal for his client.

Federal Criminal Drug Conspiracy

Dismissed at Suppression Hearing

My client was accused of conspiracy to distribute multiple Kilos of methamphetamine.
We were retained on the case because the client was not satisfied with
his previous attorney. Client informed us that he was being told to take
a plea agreement. We worked the case and spotted several issues. We prepped
for the suppression and uncovered critical issues in the government's
case. We hired an expert in our case that verified our position. We won
our case and my client was allowed to move on with his life! One of the
greatest feelings was the appreciation he expressed for all the hard work.

Aggravated Kidnapping First Degree Felony

Not Guilty

My client was accused of an Aggravated Kidnapping in San Antonio, Texas.
I worked this case for two years and went to trial in October of 2016.
Client was accused of taking part in a back page scam that had one person
kidnapped. It was a heated case, but we were able to successfully defend
our client in the face of an alleged identification. The jury returned
with a NOT GUILTY within two hours.

Federal Conspiracy Trial

Not guilty

Client was accused of Federal Conspiracy. Client was unhappy with his previous
attorney and was referred to my office. I took the case two weeks before
his trial date and dedicated hours to reviewing discovery. I prepared
the case for trial. I was successful at keeping out evidence and cross-examined
several Federal Agents. A co-defendnat testified for the government and
I was successful at pointing out his interests and motives for fabricating.
The jury took 45 minutes to decide he was NOT GUILTY.

Aggravated Robbery

Deferred Adjudication

Client was accused of aggravated robbery with a firearm.

Felony 1

We prepared the case for trial and our client received Deferred Adjudication.

Federal Case

Case Closed

Defendant faced three life sentences for conspiracy to distribute several
Kilos of cocaine.

We prepared the case for trial and received 3 years of supervised release.

DWI C/A 2nd Offense

Case dismissed.

Client was accused of DWI. The state announced ready for trial and we began
our trial. After we began the trial, the state realized they would have
a problem proving their case. We filed several motions that prevented
the state from mentioning prejudicial facts. We also suppressed blood
results. Case dismissed.

Assault Public Servant Felony 3

Client accused of kicking Security officer. We argued that essential elements
of the offense would be difficult to prove. Primarily, the bodily injury
element. The state agreed and dismissed the case.

Possession of A Controlled Substance

Client was accused of possessing a controlled substance. We argued that
the officer violated our client's 5th Amendment right.

dismissed

Capital Murder case. Client alleged to be associated with drug cartel.
We argued that the state did not have any definitive proof and indicted
the case without doing the necessary investigation. Prior to trial setting,
District Attorney dismissed the case. We worked this case for over two
years and consulted several experts.

Client was accused of Possession of Controlled Substance Felony 2.

Dismissed all charges

Client was accused of Possession of Controlled Substance Felony 2. Law
Enforcement alleged violation of transportation code. We argued that client
was detained beyond the reasonable time to issue citation and violated
clients Fourth Amendment Rights. Judge agreed and Suppressed the evidence.
State dismissed the charges.

Client was on Felony Deferred for 10 years.

Deferred without conviction

Client was on Felony Deferred for 10 years. This was his second Motion
to Revoke.The state alleged a new Felony offense and four other violations.
The state requested our client be sentenced to six years. We argued to
the judge that he should be continued on Deferred and given one more opportunity.
The judge agreed and denied the state's motion to revoke. We were
successful at keeping this young man on deferred and without a conviction.

We had a First Degree Felony Intent to Distribute case set for trial last week.

Dismissed

We had a First Degree Felony Intent to Distribute case set for trial last
week. District Attorney contacts me the day of trial and dismissed the
case. We argued that the San Antonio Narcotics Task Force did not have
probable cause to detain our client. The state could not establish probable
cause for an arrest and case was dismissed.

DWI case was set for trial.

Dismissed

DWI case was set for trial. Client was accused of Driving While Intoxicated
and could not accept a DWI conviction. We weren't able to get the
case dismissed but obtained the reduction he needed.

DWI Dismissed.

Dismissed

DWI Dismissed. Client was stopped for defective tint and the officer alleged
he smelled odor of alcohol. Breath test revealed .154 concentration. We
argued lack of probable cause in a motion to suppress and the test results
were not allowed. Case was dismissed.

Possession of Controlled Substance case dismissed.

Dismissed

Possession of Controlled Substance case dismissed. Client was arrested
for possession of a controlled substance.

Burglary of a building dismissed.

Dismissed

Burglary of a building dismissed. Client accused of entering habitation
of his ex girlfriend.

DWI MTR.

Reviewed Allegations

DWI MTR. Client faced revocation for failing to submit breath test results
and allegedly failing to comply with conditions. Warrant issued for their
arrest. We called the court and arranged for a special docket appearance
to take care of the matter. We also took care of all underlying allegations
before visiting the judge.

Felony Theft charges dismissed.

Dismissed

Felony Theft charges dismissed. Client was allegedly found in a stolen
vehicle. We prepared the case for trial and the state dismissed on the
day of trial.

Stolen debit card case dismissed.

Dismissed

Client was allegedly charged with using a stolen debit card and taking
funds from a local hotel. Case was prepped for trial and dismissed.

SAN ANTONIO FELONY THEFT CHARGES

DISMISSED

Set for trial on MARCH 31, 2014. We prepared our cases and were ready to
proceed to trial. The state alleged camera footage, photographs and witness
statements would be used at trial. We were strong in our position and
all theft charges were dismissed.

DWI C/A second offense was dismissed this morning.

Dismissed

DWI C/A second offense was dismissed this morning. Client was stopped for
excessive acceleration on a public roadway. Officer alleged that client
was spinning tires, and revving his engine. After researching the case
law on the issue, I argued that this transportation code provision only
applies to "competitions" or when racing other vehicles. Officer
did not have probable cause or reasonable suspicion for the stop. DWI
Case Dismissed.

SAN ANTONIO DWI C/A

DISMISSED

San Antonio DWI C/A second offense was dismissed this morning. Client was
stopped for excessive acceleration on a public roadway. Officer alleged
that client was spinning tires, and revving his engine. After researching
the case law on the issue, Attorney Alfonso Cabanas and I argued that
this transportation code provision only applies to “competitions”
or when racing other vehicles. Officer did not have probable cause or
reasonable suspicion for the stop. DWI Case Dismissed.

Possession of A Controlled Substance Case F/2

Dismissed

Client in South Texas was charged with Possession of A Controlled Substance
F/2. This case should not have been indicted, but we are happy that the
case was dismissed after our first setting. Now she can move on with her
life. Next step is getting an expunction to clear her record.

Our client was stopped for an alleged traffic violation

Dismissed

Our client was stopped for an alleged traffic violation. Officer found
what appeared to be Marijuana and Cocaine. We investigated and analyzed
the case prior to our first setting. Case dismissed. Charges were dismissed.

Client charged with D.W.I. and offering a gift to a public servant.

Dismissed

Client charged with D.W.I. and offering a gift to a public servant. Charges
were dismissed after successfully arguing a Motion to Suppress evidence
where officers were not justified in stopping client. Breath test was
well over legal limit.

Client on a F/3 D.W.I. Motion To Revoke faced a 10 year sentence.

Probation Terminated

Client on a F/3 D.W.I. Motion To Revoke faced a 10 year sentence. I'm
glad his probation was terminated and set free. One of the most satisfying
experiences as an attorney. My client called me a few days later thanking
me for caring so much. One of the many reasons I enjoying practicing.

We were faced with a DWI C/A

Reduced

We were faced with a DWI C/A. After fully investigating the circumstances
surrounding the stop, we were successful at having the charge reduced
to an Obstruction of a Highway C/B. Although we were willing to take the
case to trial, we are all happy with this outcome.

D.W.I C/A Reduced to Obstruction of Highway C/B

Reduced

We were faced with a DWI C/A. After fully investigating the circumstances
surrounding the stop, we were successful at having the charge reduced
to an Obstruction of a Highway C/B. Although we were willing to take the
case to trial, we are all happy with this outcome.

Possession of A Controlled Substance(SJF)

Dismissed

Our client was stopped for an alleged traffic violation. Officer found
what appeared to be Marijuana and Cocaine. We investigated and analyzed
the case prior to our first setting. Case dismissed. Charges were dismissed.

SEXUAL ASSAULT CHARGES AND INDECENCY CHARGES

DISMISSED

Our client was accused of over 12 counts. We filed 16 Motions in Limine
and at Jury Selection DA dismissed 7 counts of Sexual Assault F/2, 2 counts
of Indecency with a child F/2, and 2 counts of Assault C/A. Client plead
to a F/3 and Assault C/A.

Small Claims Court Victory

Recovered $6000

Our client entered into a contract to have their roofing fixed. Luckily
for them the “contractor” warranted the work for five years.
Within a year, the roof was leaking and damaged. We are happy that our
client recovered the full cost of their contract price and can now pay
to have their roof fixed. Remember to get everything in writing, and keep
your receipts. Client recovered over $6,000 for breach of contract.

SEXUAL ASSAULT TRIAL

NOT GUILTY

Client accused of sexually assaulting a child. We argued that the investigation
was sloppy and incomplete. Not Guilty.

POSSESSION OF CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE C/A & F/3

Dismissed

Client charged with possession of a controlled substance. Case set for
trial and dismissed before Jury Selection.

AGGRAVATED ASSAULT WITH A DEADLY WEAPON F/2

DISMISSED

Client was accused of Aggravated Assault with A Deadly Weapon. Witnesses
were not located and case was dismissed.

HARASSMENT TRIAL

NOT GUILTY

Client accused of Harassment C/B. Defense was that he never intended to
alarm, threaten or annoy anyone. The state argued that a police officer
listened to a recorded phone call and our client admitted to leaving a
voice message. However, we argued to the jury that words can be misinterpreted
and do not always have the same meaning. Not Guilty. As a result of this
trial, the state dismissed a pending harassment case.

HUNG JURY IN SEXUAL ASSAULT TRIAL

Hung Jury

On August 31, 2012 a jury trial resulted in a Hung Jury after a relentless
defense by the Public Defender’s office.

JUSTICE FOR MAN ON DEATH ROW.

Justice

More than 20 years after he was condemned and in 2002 very nearly executed
for shooting Dimmit County Sheriff Ben Murray , Jose Garcia Briseno today
was sentenced to an effective life without parole term in prison for Capital Murder.

The sentencing occurred as part of a plea bargain and ends years of litigation
concerning Mr. Briseno’s retardation and his right to a sentencing
trial that allowed full consideration of mitigating evidence.

Mr. Briseno’s defense team includes: longtime appointed counsel Dick
Burr, who won the stay that prevented Mr. Briseno from being executed;
San Antonio attorney Mark Stevens; Texas Defender Service mitigation specialist
and senior staff attorney Naomi Terr; TDS mitigation specialist Randi
Wall-Chavez; mitigation specialist Nicole Van Toorn; fact investigator
Jim McKay; and classification expert Frank AuBuchon. Also working tirelessly
on the case have been: Elisabeth Semel and her students from the Berkeley
Death Penalty Clinic; attorney Hilary Sheard; and Hugo Martinez and Guillermo
Lara, both of the Laredo Public Defender’s Office.

Ever since Mr. Briseno’s execution was stayed in 2002, volunteer
interns have provided invaluable assistance in investigating factual and
legal topics. This group has included law students, social work students,
undergraduates, British law interns, and students from the Cornell Death
Penalty Clinic.

University of Texas Law Prof. Jordan Steiker and Robert Owen, now of Northwestern
University School of Law, were on the CCA briefs that won the resentencing
trial for Mr. Briseno. Many, many others worked on Mr. Briseno’s
case before he was granted a retrial, including: attorney Mandy Welch;
Alma Lagarda, a TDS staff attorney who worked on the case when she was
an intern; and private investigator Richard Reyna.

JOSE BRISENO CASE INFORMATION

More than 20 years after he was condemned and in 2002 very nearly executed
for shooting Dimmit County Sheriff Ben Murray , Jose Garcia Briseno today
was sentenced to an effective life without parole term in prison for Capital Murder.

The sentencing occurred as part of a plea bargain and ends years of litigation
concerning Mr. Briseno’s retardation and his right to a sentencing
trial that allowed full consideration of mitigating evidence.

Mr. Briseno’s defense team includes: longtime appointed counsel Dick
Burr, who won the stay that prevented Mr. Briseno from being executed;
San Antonio attorney Mark Stevens; Texas Defender Service mitigation specialist
and senior staff attorney Naomi Terr; TDS mitigation specialist Randi
Wall-Chavez; mitigation specialist Nicole Van Toorn; fact investigator
Jim McKay; and classification expert Frank AuBuchon. Also working tirelessly
on the case have been: Elisabeth Semel and her students from the Berkeley
Death Penalty Clinic; attorney Hilary Sheard; and Hugo Martinez and Guillermo
Lara, both of the Laredo Public Defender’s Office.

Ever since Mr. Briseno’s execution was stayed in 2002, volunteer
interns have provided invaluable assistance in investigating factual and
legal topics. This group has included law students, social work students,
undergraduates, British law interns, and students from the Cornell Death
Penalty Clinic.

University of Texas Law Prof. Jordan Steiker and Robert Owen, now of Northwestern
University School of Law, were on the CCA briefs that won the resentencing
trial for Mr. Briseno. Many, many others worked on Mr. Briseno’s
case before he was granted a retrial, including: attorney Mandy Welch;
Alma Lagarda, a TDS staff attorney who worked on the case when she was
an intern; and private investigator Richard Reyna.

D.W.I. CHARGES

DISMISSED

Client charged with D.W.I. and offering a gift to a public servant. Charges
were dismissed after successfully arguing a Motion to Suppress evidence
where officers were not justified in stopping client. Breath test was
well over legal limit.

DISMISSED

Client charged with Burglary of Habitation and Interference with with an
Emergency Phone Call. Complaining party refused to proceed and case was
dismissed.

ATTEMPTED MURDER CHARGES

DISMISSED

Client was accused of attempted Murder. Case investigated for 3 months
and hired an Eyewitness Expert. Indictment was dismissed before trial.

BURGLARY OF A BUILDING CHARGE

DISMISSED

Client charged with Burglary of a Building dismissed. Affidavit of non-prosecution
is obtained. Case dismissed at Jury Selection.

Aggravated Robbery

Deferred Adjudication

Client was accused of Aggravated Robbery with Firearm

Felony 1

We prepared the case for trial and our client received Deferred Adjudication.

Conspiracy to commit Federal Bank Fraud and Federal Embezzlement

Our client was accused of conspiring to commit bank fraud and embezzling
over 1 million dollars. We fought hard for our client in San Antonio and
secured a minimum sentence of 1 year when the range was up to 30 years.
Guillermo Lara Jr. was quoted by several news outlets for his commitment
to defending his clients.

Murder First Degree Felony Dismissed on day of Trial

Our office received a dismissal on a Murder case on January 23, 2017. In
this case, our client was accused of committing murder in San Antonio,
Texas. We aggressively prepared this case for trial for almost two years
and filed several motions. We consulted several experts and interviewed
multiple witnesses. While the jury sat outside the courtroom, on the day
of trial, attorney Guillermo Lara Jr. secured a dismissal for his client.

DWI C/A with accident and .300 alcohol reading

Our office received a dismissal on this case the morning of trial. We prepared
this case for over a year, hired an expert, and analyzed all of the state's
data. We felt confident that the information presented was wrong and that
we could show the jury our side of the incident. On the day of trial,
attorney Guillermo Lara Jr. secured a dismissal.

Federal Detention Hearing on Conspiracy

My client was accused of a large federal conspiracy and the Government
was opposed to our release. We prepared for over 40 hours and presented
several witnesses. We successfully convinced the magistrate judge to allow
for our release. This was even though our client was accused of being
the leader of a conspiracy. After the hearing, we were complimented on
our preparation and presentation. Guillermo Lara was quoted in several
new outlets on this matter.

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